The Hunger Games (movie) facts for kids
The Hunger Games is an exciting adventure, drama, and science fiction movie. It is based on the first book of The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. The movie was directed by Gary Ross. It first came out in Los Angeles on March 12, 2012, and then in other places on March 23, 2012.
The story takes place in the future, in a land called Panem, which used to be North America. The film is about a tough competition called the "Hunger Games". Each year, 24 teenagers are chosen to compete in a special arena. Only one person can win and survive. These games are shown live on TV across the entire country of Panem.
The film runs for about 2 hours and 22 minutes. It is rated PG-13, meaning some parts might be too intense for younger viewers. Most people who saw the movie really liked it. It also earned a lot of money at the box office.
Meet the Main Characters
Many talented actors brought the characters to life in The Hunger Games. Here are some of the main ones:
- Jennifer Lawrence plays Katniss Everdeen, the brave main character.
- Josh Hutcherson plays Peeta Mellark, another tribute from Katniss's district.
- Elizabeth Banks plays Effie Trinket, a colorful escort.
- Lenny Kravitz plays Cinna, Katniss's kind stylist.
- Donald Sutherland plays President Coriolanus Snow, the leader of Panem.
- Liam Hemsworth plays Gale Hawthorne, Katniss's best friend.
- Woody Harrelson plays Haymitch Abernathy, a past winner who helps Katniss and Peeta.
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